The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for clients with diabetes mellitus and will provide information about which of the following to both clients with type1 and those with type 2 DM:
a. foot care. c. blood glucose monitoring.
b. insulin administration. d. diet therapy.
ANS: A, C, D
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Correct a., c., and d. should be taught to both type 1 and type 2 clients.
Incorrect b. Insulin administration is needed by type 1 clients.
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